Description

 

Overview / Responsibilities

AMEC Foster Wheeler are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join the Transmission and Distribution business based in the Inverness area.  This is an excellent opportunityto work on assorted projects for our blue chip clients within Substations and Overhead Lines.

 

You will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor with proven ability to manage and deliver the commercial performance of the projects/framework. You will ensure that business objectives are met whilst at the same time respecting all statutory and commercial requirements.   

 

Responsibilities

Ensure cost control is maintained on a project basis throughout all functions (procurement, delivery, design etc.) Provide contractual advice to project and operational personnel. Inform the appropriate management of project contractual issues and points of dispute and resolution.  Ensure project personnel understand the application issues of the contractual conditions. Providing support and mentoring Assistant QS within the respective Project. Responsible for the management, collation, interpretation and analysis of project commercial records. Responsible for the Preparation, review and monitoring against the Project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in line with project requirements and the ELF and CVR Procedures. Ensure that the process is effectively managed and delivered. Identification of risks and opportunities to project spend/budgets. Manage project subcontract packages, including compensation events, measurements and valuations. Responsible for ensuring that all Early Warning Notifications, Notifications of Compensation Events, Quotations, etc. produced to the required standards and submitted in accordance with contractual time scales Manage the compliance and suitability surrounding processes and procedures on a project basis. Prepare, review and submit applications for payment in the format and time required under the Contract. Agree the application and produce and reconcile differences between application and certified payment.  Ensure that a correctly detailed invoice is raised and submitted in a timely manner and monitor payment Liaising with the Accountants to ensure correct cost reporting. Support and champion the delivery of AMEC Foster Wheeler values and associated KPI’s. To work within established AMEC Foster Wheeler policies and procedures Promote AMEC Foster Wheeler values and standards and exhibit appropriate behaviour in accordance with Company ethos Continue to develop and monitor appropriate systems, processes and procedures in respect of meeting the requirements of specific contracts Ensure that the commercial mechanisms are established and maintained. Ensure that, as a team, we work towards zero safety related accidents and incidents Provision of monthly reports. Maintain satisfaction and confidence with regard to the reported data and corresponding format Monitor compliance with corporate governance and the Project / Framework or client processes and procedures Cost and Value departmental strategy is clearly communicated, understood and aligned Amec Foster Wheeler and client objectives Maintenance of insurance declarations and the management of claims processing. Ensure that client and our insurers are not exposed to undue risk   To demonstrate safety, integrity & commitment at all times  

Skills / Qualifications

An appropriate degree in commercial and / or business management An extensive knowledge of the Substations/OHL or other Utility markets, and an understanding of the work types would be an advantage  Previous and extensive experience as a Cost and Value Quantity Surveyor Excellent negotiating, communication and supervisory skills Commercial acumen Understanding and knowledge of NEC 3 Form of Contract Being local to Inverness would be a distinct advanatge and must have Proof of Right to Work in the UK

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws

 


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Company
Amec Foster Wheeler
Location
Lairg, United Kingdom
Requirements
Surveying Experience

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